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At REI, we believe time outside is fundamental to a life well lived.  We exist to inspire and enable a life outside for everyone. To deliver on that promise, we are working with our 15,000 employees, 20M members and the broader outdoor community toward a reality where everyone has the opportunity to be themselves and find their place in the outdoors. For us, that means:

• Investing in work that removes the barriers people and communities face to getting outside
• Delivering relevant products, experiences, and expertise to equip and inspire a new generation of outdoor stewards
• Cultivating a workforce that reflects the demographics of the markets we serve
• Leading the industry’s efforts to welcome people and communities historically underrepresented into outdoor media and culture

REI’s Legal team is a key partner to achieving our vision.  The Sr. Counsel – Privacy and Cybersecurity will provide advice and leadership on legal issues relating to the Co-op’s approach to its consumers and members.  This person advises on legal issues relating to the organization’s strategies and tactics with respect to privacy, personalization, cybersecurity, and technology – all in service to enabling a life outside for everyone.  Reporting to the General Counsel, this person will serve as a trusted business partner to leaders across our organization, including counseling executive leadership like REI’s Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

• Monitor, stay up-to-date, and advise on legal and regulatory requirements related to data privacy, consumer protection, and cybersecurity issues, and support associated compliance efforts, including with respect to U.S. state privacy laws (e.g., CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, CPA, CTDPA, UCPA, ICDPA, BIPA, etc.), GDPR, CAN-SPAM, TCPA, breach notification laws, incident response, AdTech, and new developments
• Serves as legal advisor and thought-partner to the technology, ecommerce and cybersecurity teams
• Drafts, reviews, and negotiates agreements for digital/technology products and services, including appropriate commercial, cybersecurity, and privacy-related terms (e.g., data processing agreements) and advises on transactions relating to the technology function
• Support the operation, maintenance and improvement of our privacy program, including concisely and clearly articulating legal requirements and supporting compliance efforts; reviewing privacy assessments; developing and implementing data privacy documentation, resources, tools, and standard methodologies across the enterprise; drafting and updating policies and notices; supporting enterprise-wide data mapping initiatives; crafting and implementing program forms and templates; evaluating program performance; and collaborating with our cybersecurity team, other cross-divisional partners, and outside counsel
• Build and maintain expertise in, and proactively track, existing and emerging data privacy, cybersecurity, technology, and consumer protection laws, industry trends around areas like loyalty and artificial intelligence (AI), and developments; participate in industry groups/forums
• Provide legal support for a wide variety of contracts that relate to technology services or impact personal data.
• Manage disputes relating to privacy, cybersecurity, and technology.
• Develop and conduct compliance trainings relating to privacy and related topics (live and online).
• Proactively partner with other legal team members and business partners to identify and discuss legal and compliance related issues.
• Provide thought-leadership and set direction on legal issues impacting REI’s strategic goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience at a highly respected law firm or in-house corporate environment.
• CIPP/US or other privacy certification from the International Association of Privacy Professionals is preferred
• Client counseling experience required, and litigation experience preferred.
• J.D. required.
• Registered and in good standing with at least one State Bar and eligible to practice law in their state of residence.

Essential Leadership Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while acting pragmatically to handle multiple projects at the same time effectively and efficiently.
• High level of character and personal integrity.
• Ability to build open, trusting, and honest relationships, effectively influencing a wide range of people.
• Willingness to lead projects independently, with initiative and ownership.
• Ability to communicate complex information in a clear manner, and drive direction for the organization.
• Team player with a positive attitude, self-confidence, enthusiasm, and resilience.
• Brings a creative, problem-solving perspective to challenging issues.
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to learn and develop new skills.
• Contributes to the success of company by leading or assisting with other projects as needed.
• Interest in leveraging technology for efficiency in legal operations.
• Experience in retail, consumer, or experiential/hospitality business preferred, but not required.

At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there's strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you're backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn.  

Pay Transparency 

We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors.   

REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off.  Click here for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile.